Laguna Bay - Chiswick House and Gardens

Welcome to Laguna Bay where the soda is fizzy, the jukebox is jumpin’, and the circus flies higher than any seagull ever dared.

The Giffords Circus company is back, and this time to celebrate its 25th Anniversary with a show as fantastic and as daring as its predecessors – and the creative team has pulled out all the stops to make this show the success it most certainly is.

Photography: Spencer McPherson

More than its intricate designs, what sets Giffords apart is the musical aspect of the production. The shows feature a live band, which is often weaved into the loose story-line, and works in perfect symbiosis with the acts featured on stage. Almost exclusively sung-through by returning stars Nell O’Hara and Mikey Fletcher, the band assures that the audience is fully immersed into the creation that is Laguna Bay with many a jukebox classic tune.

As the final bows are taken and the lights fade on Laguna Bay, one thing is certain: Giffords Circus continues to capture the magic of live performance with heart, humour, and an unwavering sense of wonder. This 25th anniversary production is not just a celebration of the past, but a promise of even greater things to come.

Production value: 85%

Value for Money: 85%

Personal enjoyment: 80%

Overall score: 83% - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5*)

(AD | Ticket gifted on behalf of Adventures in Theatreland in exchange for an honest review)

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Show Information

Venue: Chiswick House and Gardens

Playing until the 22nd June 2025 - before travelling to its next venue

Run Time: 2h30min - including a 30-minute interval

Ticket prices starting from £25 can be found on the show's official website. Click the link here to book online.